xTuple

The world's #1 open-source ERP.

Overview

xTuple provides a comprehensive suite of tools for managing all aspects of a manufacturing or distribution business, including accounting, sales, CRM, purchasing, and inventory control. As an open-source platform, it offers a high degree of flexibility and customization. xTuple is available in several editions, including a free and open-source PostBooks edition, as well as commercially supported editions with additional features and support. It can be deployed on-premise or in the cloud.

✨ Key Features

Accounting (General Ledger, A/R, A/P)
Sales and CRM
Inventory and Distribution
Manufacturing (BOM, Work Orders, MRP)
Purchasing
Product Definition
Open Source
Multi-site and multi-currency capabilities

🎯 Key Differentiators

Open-source platform provides flexibility and avoids vendor lock-in
Strong community support for the open-source edition
Affordable entry point with the free PostBooks edition
Both cloud and on-premise deployment options

Unique Value: xTuple offers the freedom and flexibility of open-source with the comprehensive functionality of a traditional ERP, providing a scalable and cost-effective solution for growing manufacturers and distributors.

🎯 Use Cases (5)

Small to mid-sized manufacturers Distributors Mixed-mode manufacturing Companies looking for an open-source ERP solution Businesses outgrowing QuickBooks

            ✅ Best For
            Industrial equipment manufacturing
Electronics
Wholesale distribution
Custom job shops

        

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

Large enterprises with complex global requirements
Companies without any technical resources to manage an open-source system (for the free edition)

🏆 Alternatives

Odoo ERPNext NetSuite Epicor Kinetic Infor CloudSuite Industrial (SyteLine)

Compared to other open-source ERPs, xTuple has a longer history and a strong focus on manufacturing and distribution. Against proprietary systems, it offers greater flexibility and a lower total cost of ownership.